Mali vs Rwanda prediction: Under 3.5 goals
We see 2.7 goals, which stays under 3.5. 74% in our numbers. Low odds (1.20), so use it in a combo rather than alone.
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Odds board
Bookmaker odds · our chance under each · TIP = our pickMatch result
Double chance
Goals 1.5
Goals 2.5
Goals 3.5
Both teams to score
Half-time result
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Match notes
by Ade Ola & the 9jaTips deskThe big picture
Mali go in as clear favourites (67%) and anything but a home win would be a surprise. In the Africa Cup Of Nations Qualification table, Mali sit 1st (14 pts) and Rwanda 3rd (8 pts).
Form check
Mali arrive with two wins from their last three games (W W D). Last time out they beat Liberia 1–0 away. They average 1.3 scored and 0.3 conceded.
Rwanda arrive with four wins from their last four games (W W W W). Last time out they beat Cape Verde Islands 2–1 away. Goals are not a problem: 2.8 a game in that spell.
Goals outlook
We expect around 2.7 goals (Mali 1.9, Rwanda 0.7). Goal markets are finely balanced – over 2.5 47%, GG 47%.
Our call
Our tip: Under 3.5 goals – 74% in our model, around 1.20 with the bookmakers. Most likely score: Mali 1–0 Rwanda. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. 18+ – stake only what you can afford.
Mali
last 3- W@ Liberia1–029 Sep
- Wv Cape Verde Islands3–125 Sep
- D@ Russia0–031 Mar
Rwanda
last 4- W@ Cape Verde Islands2–129 Sep
- Wv Liberia3–125 Sep
- Wv Estonia2–030 Mar
- Wv Grenada4–027 Mar
Past meetings
Full head-to-head →These two have not met in our records.
Africa Cup Of Nations Qualification table
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League page →Frequently asked questions
What is the 9jaTips prediction for Mali vs Rwanda?
We tip Under 3.5 goals – a 74% chance in our model, with bookmaker odds around 1.20.
Who will win Mali vs Rwanda?
Our model has Mali at 67%, the draw at 19% and Rwanda at 14%.
What is the correct score prediction for Mali vs Rwanda?
Our most likely score is Mali 1–0 Rwanda.
Will there be goals in Mali vs Rwanda?
We expect about 2.7 goals: over 2.5 at 47%, both teams to score at 47%.
When is Mali vs Rwanda?
Friday 13 November 2026, 20:00 Nigerian time (WAT), at Stade du 26 Mars – Africa Cup Of Nations Qualification.

